Poco M8 vs Redmi K80 Ultra

The Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; estimated prices are $259 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 35/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5520); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,876,004 vs 840,643); the Poco M8 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 219g).

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8 by 25 points (60/100 vs 35/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 29
Battery 49
Design 77
Value for money 92
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 61
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 26
Value for money 86
What makes Poco M8 better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $259 vs $350

  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 86/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2876004 vs 840643
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1015
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2920
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5520 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M8 vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 25 points higher (60/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (61/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Poco M8 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco M8 (72/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (77/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M8 is a bit better (92/100 vs 86/100).

Poco M8: The Poco M8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M8 Redmi K80 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 840643 2876004
Geekbench Single 1015 2729
Geekbench Multi 2920 8430
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" OLED
Resolution 1080x2392 1280x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5520 mAh 7410 mAh
Charging 45W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP68
Dimensions 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm
Weight 178 g 219 g
Price $259 $350
Camera comparison
Poco M8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 20MP
29
camera
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Poco M8
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2392
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco M8
  • 5520 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco M8 and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco M8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
35/100
840643 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
60/100 +70.8%
2876004 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 Ultra leads Poco M8 by 70.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco M8
$259
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350

Price difference: $91. Poco M8 is cheaper by $91.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (61/100 vs 1/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Poco M8 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco M8 (72/100 vs 49/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (77/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco M8 is a bit better (92/100 vs 86/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8 by 25 points (60/100 vs 35/100).

What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 60/100.

Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Poco M8 over the Redmi K80 Ultra?

The Poco M8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.